Arbitrary and Forcible

Arbitrary

Arbitrary adjective - Having or showing a tendency to force one's will on others without any regard to fairness or necessity.

Forcible is an antonym for arbitrary.

Forcible

Forcible adjective - Impelled by physical force especially against resistance.
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Synonyms for Forcible

Arbitrary is an antonym for forcible.

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